Maintenance Mechanic

Human Resources•Union, MO

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is a line mechanic responsible for troubleshooting and repairing facility and manufacturing equipment, including basic electrical maintenance. The role maintains high-speed printing, binding, and packaging equipment, as well as other equipment throughout the facility. Strong mechanical and some electrical troubleshooting skills are required.

Requirements

Knowledge of tools and a general understanding of automated production machinery.
Excellent mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently and strong troubleshooting skills.
Strong precision millwright and machinist skills.
Ability to use precision maintenance instruments and techniques.
Skill using machine-shop equipment such as metal lathes and mills.
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated industrial equipment.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read schematics.
Ability to operate shop equipment such as drill presses, welders, and torches.
Ability to fabricate parts from stock; pipe-fitting and sheet-metal skills.
Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis on chronic problems.
Three or more years of experience as a maintenance technician, electrician, or machinist in a manufacturing environment.
Welding experience.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment throughout the facility.
Contribute to improvements in maintenance systems through verbal and written feedback, work-plan edits, and modifications to preventive maintenance procedures.
Communicate effectively with coworkers.
Follow operational procedures and plans.
Maintain and demonstrate expert knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Repair machines by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic systems.
Perform light electrical work, including pulling wires, replacing relays, and installing outlets.
Perform minor carpentry work, including replacing locks and ceiling tiles and painting.
Perform minor plumbing work, including clearing drains and replacing pipes and hoses.
Assist with tooling changeovers on production equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.